BROAD RANGE OF SKILLS to provide employment flexibility and adaptability

SMALL CLASS SIZES for personal attention

About the Program

The Audio Technology program offers a challenging curriculum that is balanced between theory and operation of all types of audio equipment, and the technical understanding of analog and digital electronics. Graduates will possess a strong background in electronics, as well as hands-on training in equipment operation for a wide variety of applications including acoustical testing, sound reinforcement, system installation, sound recording, and mixing and editing. Ridgewater students have access to state-of-the-art acoustical testing and measurement equipment not often found in other programs.

The Audio Technology program provides opportunities for individuals interested in:

Electronic systems installation

Installation of public address systems

Running sound for bands

Working for sound reinforcement companies

Sound for conferences/conventions

Road concert tours

Pro-sound dealerships and studios

Technical maintenance and repair

Recording

Broadcast production

Mixing consoles, amplifiers, speakers, and electronic instruments

Unlike other programs of study which concentrate only on recording, the Ridgewater Audio Technology program gives the student a broad range of skills and concentrates on the underlying theories and concepts relating to professional audio applications. Concentrating more on technical aspects of the industry allows students more job flexibility and the ability to adapt to the rapidly changing job market.

Students and graduates have worked with bands, in churches, at Ridgewater commencement ceremonies, and even at some Super Bowls, to mention a few.